Chetna Singh
Calgary,AB
Summary
Dedicated substitute teacher equipped to modernize classrooms and optimize student experiences. Organized and outgoing worker with training in multiple teaching methods and technology aids. Skilled at individualizing instruction based on deep understanding of child development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Calgary Board of Education
2022.11 - Current
- Follow classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Uphold classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly being requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervise lunchroom and recess activities.
- Take notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Organize and clean teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Collaborate with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Keep students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Learning Disruption Intervention Teacher
Capitol Hill School, Richmond School, QES
2024.02 - 2024.06
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology, and behavior modification.
- Taught literacy and numeracy to small groups of 4-5 students.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Improved reading skills among struggling students through targeted small group instruction and guided reading sessions.
- Provided timely feedback on student work, offering personalized recommendations for improvement.
Teacher
Coventry Hills School
2023.04 - 2023.06
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Teacher
Coventry Hills School
2023.02 - 2023.04
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Student Teacher
West Ridge School
2022.02 - 2022.03
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Developed lesson plans of Math and Science that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Participated in professional development and parent-teacher interviews
- Graded tests and checked homework assignments, documenting information in student records.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Student Teacher
Queen Elizabeth School
2021.10 - 2021.11
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Designed lessons for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Had one-on-one sessions with struggling students to improve classroom performance and individual student success.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
Teacher
Him Academy Public School
2016.03 - 2017.03
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Completed daily reports, and attendance logs.
- Directed after-school tutoring and mentoring program serving elementary school students.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Bridge To Teaching
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB05.2022
Bachelor of Education - Education
Shivalik Institute of Education And Research
Mohali, India07.2015
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Panjab University
Chandigarh, India08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Panjab University
Chandigarh, India07.2011
Skills
- Individualized Support
- Learning Assessments
- Teacher Observation
- Behavior Redirection
- Classroom Management
- Emotionally Supportive
- Classroom Integration
- Nurturing Environment
- Instructional Strategies
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Organizational Skills
- Collaborative Teaching
Certification
Alberta Interim Professional Certificate
Timeline
Learning Disruption Intervention Teacher
Capitol Hill School, Richmond School, QES
2024.02 - 2024.06
Teacher
Coventry Hills School
2023.04 - 2023.06
Teacher
Coventry Hills School
2023.02 - 2023.04
Substitute Teacher
Calgary Board of Education
2022.11 - Current
Student Teacher
West Ridge School
2022.02 - 2022.03
Student Teacher
Queen Elizabeth School
2021.10 - 2021.11
Teacher
Him Academy Public School
2016.03 - 2017.03
Graduate Certificate - Bridge To Teaching
University of Calgary
Bachelor of Education - Education
Shivalik Institute of Education And Research
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Panjab University
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Panjab University
Alberta Interim Professional Certificate
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